2006 Ford Focus vs. 1972 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Subaru Leone (79 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 376 kg more than 1972 Subaru Leone.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Focus (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru Leone. (109 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Focus | Leone |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
